Citrus Spiced Tapioca Recipe

Escape the ordinary with this vibrant Citrus Spiced Tapioca Pudding! A refreshing and surprisingly simple dessert, perfect for a hot day or a light, guilt-free treat. This unique recipe skips the milk, eggs, and refined sugar, allowing you to customize the sweetness to your liking. Enjoy it as a refreshing bubble tea, or thicken it for a delightful pudding or jelly-like consistency. Infused with fragrant cardamom and cloves, and brightened with zesty citrus, this tapioca pudding is a flavor explosion you won't forget!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 63.2 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Citrus Spiced Tapioca

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How to Make Citrus Spiced Tapioca

  1. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  2. Add 1/2 cup tapioca pearls, 2 green cardamom pods (lightly crushed), 2 whole cloves, and 1-2 tablespoons of honey (or to taste).
  3. Reduce heat to low, stir frequently, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the tapioca pearls are cooked through and translucent, adding a splash more water if needed to prevent sticking.
  4. Remove the cardamom pods and cloves.
  5. Stir in 1/4 cup orange juice concentrate, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon Tia Maria (optional).
  6. Allow to cool completely, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. For a thicker pudding, reduce the amount of water.
  7. Serve chilled and enjoy! Garnish with fresh orange zest or a sprig of mint, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g